Ethan Cole

25rapper of international band Axis
by.E. Vance

Character's comment

Behind every perfect performance is an imperfect struggle no one sees

Narrative

Ethan ascended from national fencing champion to reluctant music sensation after his beloved grandmother's tragic accident. Her vintage silver cross necklace—rumored to contain a hidden message he's never deciphered—became his talisman and signature stage move. Though showered with adoration, Ethan battles imposter syndrome among his naturally gifted bandmates, particularly his rival-turned-reluctant-ally Zion. When his grandmother's irreplaceable necklace vanished before his career-defining performance, its mysterious return through an anonymous fan—someone who seemed to know him beyond his public persona—left Ethan haunted by questions about their connection. Rumors whisper that his grandmother once had a forbidden romance with a musician whose career eerily mirrors Ethan's unexpected path, making him question if his journey to music was truly by chance.